Doug Mcelhaney, Mba Email & Phone Number

Bellevue, Washington, Us

Atlanta, Ga, Us

I am currently working with companies to enhance and implement Lean Manufacturing practices by changing organizational culture and thought processes. Focusing on lean practices through 5S, supply chain optimization, lean six sigma, quality, continuous improvement and project management.

Creating and teaching corporate classes to enhance operational optimization.

Marietta, Ga, Us

I am currently writing and developing supply chain/logistics curriculum to enhance economic conditions for the state of Georgia while teaching at a collegiate level.

Wrote articles for three transportation publications that explained the current economic environment inside supply chain and transportation industries to assist drivers during the present downturn.

Heads a charitable organization dedicated to providing drivers medical and financial assistance in the case of injuries. Grew annual donations from $40K to $700K in four years.

Supply Chain Analyst for Dave Nemo Entertainment. Dave Nemo is a transportation entertainment program produced in Nashville, TN.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Teaching leadership, management, logistics and project management.

Headed efforts to streamline the supply chain process, implementing automation and technology advancements.Introduced an i3 innovation program that produced 25 distinct strategies for improving supply chain processes.Conceived and pursued innovation strategies that resulted in a partnership between ACS IT and Apple development for the creation of smart phone applications for drivers; installed in-cab scanners and other technology advancements that drove real-time data capture and enhanced driver communication.Teamed with a consultant from the Department of Transportation to improve practices in Brazil and introduce Electronic Freight Management to facilitate efficiencies for the Olympic Games in 2016.

Appears regularly on multiple talk shows, including the Dave Nemo show, as a subject matter expert, answering questions to educate drivers on various aspects of supply chain value; audience is comprised of 800,000 to 1.2 million listeners throughout the US and Canada.

Greeneville, Tennessee, Us

Forward Air 2001-2009National Director of Recruiting & RetentionDrove employee and driver recruitment during a period of time where the company doubled its fleet operation.Established qualifications and standards for driver recruitment and employment, earning recognition as 2008's "Safe Carrier of the Year" by the Ohio Trucking Association.Achieved a 20% reduction in broker miles and a $10M savings in capital procurement expense.Supported employee retention for a 1,500-member operation with more than 1,000 independent contractors.

Directed sales and daily operations for 200+ employees and owned P&L accountability for $90M in yearly income.Oversaw the Greeneville and Atlanta terminals, providing service to 48 states nationwide; grew operation into the largest region in the company, generating 36% of the overall $250M annual revenue.Increased on-time delivery rate to 98%+ and amplified customer loyalty by analyzing root cause for missed benchmarks and working with clients, drivers, and managers to create a consensus on needed solutions.

Mba, Supply Chain/Innovation

Bs, Logistics & Transportation